Virta Health

Backend Software Engineer – Client Group

Remote

$145,500 – $187,900Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthTechIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $145.5K - $187.9K

Virta Health is dedicated to revolutionizing type 2 diabetes and weight-loss care by helping individuals reverse their metabolic conditions through innovative technology, personalized nutrition, and virtual care delivery. With over $350 million in funding and partnerships with major health plans, employers, and government organizations, Virta aims to impact one billion lives.

As a Backend Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in building reliable systems, enhancing data accuracy across various workflows, and automating critical processes. Your contributions will support faster decision-making, reduce manual efforts, and ensure data accessibility for internal teams and external partners. An AI-augmented mindset, utilizing modern tools to improve development and identify AI integration opportunities, is highly valued.

Requirements

  • 5-7 years of experience shipping high-quality backend code in a production environment, with a focus on data-centric systems.
  • Proven experience building microservices in production.
  • Experience with data and event-based architectures, including API development, SQL/NoSQL datastores, and messaging queues.
  • Proficiency with Golang.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, and/or Azure.
  • Strong communication skills with a history of effective interaction with business stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize long-term thinking and business impact without compromising engineering quality.

Bonuses

  • Practical experience using AI tools to accelerate development workflows or enhance data processes.
  • Basic frontend skills for full-stack contributions.
  • Exposure to healthcare, fintech, or other regulated industries where data integrity is critical.

Responsibilities

  • Build and enhance scalable Golang microservices for eligibility, coverage, billing, and client-facing systems.
  • Automate and streamline operational workflows to minimize manual data handling and improve the accuracy and availability of member and client data.
  • Design and implement self-service tools for finance, operations, and client teams to manage processes and configurations independently.
  • Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and traceability of member, client, and operational data for internal decision-making and external reporting.
  • Collaborate with data and AI teams to explore and implement AI solutions for data validation, process automation, and anomaly detection.
  • Contribute to client-facing APIs for seamless data exchange with customers.

Company Values

Virta fosters a values-driven culture where you will thrive if you:

  • Prioritize people and practice self-care, peer support, and patient well-being.
  • Exhibit strong ownership and initiative while empowering others.
  • Focus on positive impact over busywork.
  • Demonstrate humility and recognize the value of every team member.
  • Champion transparency, trust, and empowerment through open information access.
  • Are evidence-based, prioritizing data and science.
  • Embrace calculated risks and rapid iteration.

Application Instructions

Please refer to the application portal for specific instructions.

Company Information

Virta Health is a mission-driven company transforming type 2 diabetes and weight-loss care. We offer a unique approach combining technology, personalized nutrition, and virtual care. Virta has secured significant funding and partners with leading organizations to help individuals regain their health. Virta utilizes a location-based compensation structure.

Skills

Golang
Microservices
Automation
Data Management
AI Integration
System Design

Virta Health

Reverses type 2 diabetes through personalized care

About Virta Health

Virta Health focuses on reversing type 2 diabetes through a combination of personalized nutrition, continuous remote care, and behavioral science. Their treatment is designed for individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, healthcare providers, and enterprise partners like employers and health plans. Unlike many competitors, Virta Health operates on a performance-based model, meaning they only receive payment if they achieve successful outcomes for their patients. This aligns their financial incentives with patient health improvements. The company's goal is to reverse type 2 diabetes in 100 million people, making their approach not just about managing diabetes but actively working towards its reversal.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$362.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Remote-first work environment
Flexible work hours & time off policy
Health insurance
Paid parental leave
Free Virta treatment & family discount
Internet, home office, learning & development stipends
Employee resource groups
401K & ROTH contribution

Risks

Increased competition in diabetes reversal could threaten Virta's market share.
Rising popularity of GLP-1 medications may divert clients from Virta's approach.
Regulatory changes in GLP-1 prescriptions could impact Virta's business model.

Differentiation

Virta Health offers a medication-free approach to reversing type 2 diabetes.
Their performance-based model aligns financial incentives with patient outcomes.
Virta's continuous remote care platform provides personalized nutrition and behavioral support.

Upsides

Virta Health has achieved over $100M in annualized revenue with sustainable weight loss solutions.
Partnerships with major payers like U-Haul enhance Virta's market reach and credibility.
Growing skepticism about GLP-1 medications boosts demand for Virta's alternative treatments.

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